AI, 5.5G networks to take mines to new “smart” level
The sector has embarked on a quest to transform operations by integrating connectivity, automation and artificial intelligence.
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Cornish Metals speeds up work to reopen UK tin mine
Decision to fast-track one of the shafts refurbishment would allow Cornish Metals to complete the mine dewatering process by Q3 2025.
Sibanye-Stillwater to cut 2,600 jobs in South Africa
The miner kicked off in October a restructuring process at its four loss-making mines that was expected to result in the loss of 4,095 jobs.
Zijin to expand Tibet copper mine expected to be world’s largest
Approved project will increase Julong mine's capacity to 350,000 tonnes per day by 2025, making it China's largest single copper mine.
Teck hits record copper production on Quebrada Blanca ramp-up
Production of the metal surged 58% to 103,000 tonnes in Q4 2023 as the mine was operating near design throughput capacity by year-end.
Newmont to sell six non-core assets in Canada, Australia
The world's largest gold miner will use proceeds to cut debt, which stood at $8 billion at the end of 2023.
Zinnwald lithium project in Germany now 2nd largest in EU
The project's mineral resources estimate has increased 445% since the previous report, released in late 2018.
Sibanye-Stillwater flags $2.5bn write-down on metals prices collapse
Miner expects to report a 91% drop in annual profit for 2023 due to a sharp decline in metals prices and operational problems.
First Quantum inks $500 million copper deal with Jiangxi amid Panama mine struggles
Jiangxi Copper, the Canadian miner’s top shareholder, will receive 50,000 tonnes of copper anode per year from mines in Zambia.
KoBold Metals expands Zambia footprint with Midnight Sun deal
KoBold aims to earn a 75% interest in the Dumbwa portion of Solwezi, after forming a JV with the Canadian miner.
Kinross bets $3B on Chile gold district growth
Kinross advances one of Chile’s biggest proposed gold mines as Atacama cements its global mining hub role.